Meaning
Something that is absolutely true and cannot be disputed.
Cultural Background
The concept of 'Ijmā'' (consensus) is vital in Islamic law and social life. When a community reaches a point where something is 'lā jidāla fīh', it signifies social harmony and shared truth. In 'Ilm al-Kalam' (scholastic theology), scholars used 'jidāl' to refine arguments. A point that was 'lā jidāla fīh' was considered a 'Daruuri' (self-evident) truth. Al Jazeera and other major networks use this phrase to frame historical narratives or major political shifts, giving the reporting an air of 'historical record.' In Arab schools, students are taught to use this phrase in 'Inshā'' (essay writing) to strengthen their arguments and show mastery of formal MSA.
The 'Inna' Trick
Remember that 'La' here acts like 'Inna'. If you can replace the whole phrase with 'Truly it is...', you are using it correctly.
Avoid Overuse
If you use this for every opinion, you will sound like a politician. Save it for the big truths.
Meaning
Something that is absolutely true and cannot be disputed.
The 'Inna' Trick
Remember that 'La' here acts like 'Inna'. If you can replace the whole phrase with 'Truly it is...', you are using it correctly.
Avoid Overuse
If you use this for every opinion, you will sound like a politician. Save it for the big truths.
Gender Agreement
If the subject is feminine (like 'Haqiqah'), use 'La jidala fiha'. If the subject is masculine or abstract, use 'fihi'.
Writing Hook
Start your next Arabic essay with 'لا جدال في أن...' to immediately impress your teacher with your formal register.
Test Yourself
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the phrase.
إن نجاح هذه التجربة أمر لا ______ فيه.
The 'La' of absolute negation requires the noun to be built on a fatḥa without tanwīn.
Which sentence uses the phrase correctly in a formal context?
اختر الجملة الصحيحة:
The phrase is best used for significant, objective facts like climate change.
Match the Arabic phrase with its English equivalent.
صل الجملة بمعناها:
Matching the nuances of certainty.
Complete the dialogue using 'لا جدال فيه'.
أ: هل تعتقد أن العلم هو طريق التقدم؟ ب: نعم، هذا أمر _______.
The context of science and progress requires a strong assertion of certainty.
🎉 Score: /4
Visual Learning Aids
Practice Bank
4 exercisesإن نجاح هذه التجربة أمر لا ______ فيه.
The 'La' of absolute negation requires the noun to be built on a fatḥa without tanwīn.
اختر الجملة الصحيحة:
The phrase is best used for significant, objective facts like climate change.
Match each item on the left with its pair on the right:
Matching the nuances of certainty.
أ: هل تعتقد أن العلم هو طريق التقدم؟ ب: نعم، هذا أمر _______.
The context of science and progress requires a strong assertion of certainty.
🎉 Score: /4
Frequently Asked Questions
12 questionsYes, but it sounds formal. It's like saying 'It is indisputable that...' in English. Use it for emphasis.
Because of the 'La' of absolute negation. It makes the noun 'built on fatḥa'.
Very similar, but 'Jidal' specifically implies that no one can *argue* against it, whereas 'Shak' (doubt) is more about internal feeling.
Only if you are being funny or very dramatic about how good it is.
لا جدال فيها (La jidala fiha).
No, it is secular and used in all fields, though the structure is common in religious texts.
Yes, it's perfect for asserting a project's value or a market fact.
أمر مشكوك فيه (Amr mashkuk fih - a doubtful matter).
No, it can be used with past, present, or future facts.
It is understood by all, but mainly spoken in MSA (Modern Standard Arabic).
Usually, you need the 'fih' or 'fiha' to complete the thought, but in a heated debate, you can say 'لا جدال!' as an exclamation.
Yes, 'Bila Shak' (without doubt) is slightly more common in everyday speech.
Related Phrases
لا ريب فيه
synonymNo doubt in it
مما لا شك فيه
similarFrom that which there is no doubt
أمر مفروغ منه
similarA foregone conclusion
لا غبار عليه
specialized formBeyond reproach/flawless
تحصيل حاصل
similarRedundant/Self-evident
